MAC Operator - 2nd Shift

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At Cartamundi, we're all united by our common belief that the world is better with play. Play is what keeps us going, and it always has been our greatest motivation. That's why we live different and play different. To us, it is not just an activity. It is a guiding mindset that reminds us to have fun, to be fair, to connect with people – across cultures and generations – and to embrace shared experiences.

We are a worldwide leader in playing cards and in "play" solutions. Our owned brand portfolio includes a suite of heritage brands which go back as far as 1848, including global brands like Bicycle®, HRO®, Bee®, Copag®, Shuffle® and many locally loved brands. These brands combine craftsmanship with innovation as the basis for their continued relevance and positive contribution to the local communities that love and use these brands.

We have significant expertise in printing; our presses have been running since 1765. Today, our company has become the largest playing cards and board game manufacturer in the world and the trusted partner of leading toy companies. We make well-known brands such as Monopoly®, Uno®, Magic:
The Gathering®, Guess Who ®, Pokémon®, Trivial Pursuit® every day. As we look into the future and how entertainment evolves, we are bringing the digital world to the physical world and vice versa. We have a dedicated team of experts that is looking into future technologies, products, applications that can get our consumers and communities to truly live different and play different.

We are still a family-owned company with headquarters in Belgium and have a global network of 16 manufacturing facilities, 6 design centers, 1 digital studio and 1 global R&D center.

A Mac (Prepress) Operator is a crucial member of our team that supports the printing process, particularly in the pre-press function. They are responsible for reviewing and preparing digital files to meet printing specifications, including color correction, layout adjustments, and final proofing. Additionally, they work on pre-press production, checking for issues like bleed, pagination, and font problems.

This is not a typical press operator position - this role will focus on the pre-flight process, to ensure files are in perfect state, for production. The role will require experience using Adobe software on a Mac computer, in order to review and manage files before submitting them for production.

• Set-up client files for output to Digital and Offset Presses
• Ensure a top quality pre-flight technical check, verifying all images meet requirements and look their best.
• Check inks, trim, bleed, image resolution, etc.
• 1up art prep for press from supplied PDF and native art.
• Trap and fix bleeds and troubleshoot art files as needed.
• Impose files for press (i.e. press layout, marks, color bars, etc.)
• Output of proofs; handling the imposition proofs for press layout approval and contract color proofs for match
• Output of plates in plate room and file completed jobs when needed
• Calibrate output devices
• Review and ensure accuracy to all provided ticket orders and layouts
• Meet production schedule

• Minimum 3-5 years in a Prepress related role
• Experience using a Mac computer is required
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite software, in a Prepress environment is required
• Strong knowledge of pre-press software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, Art Pro+, etc.), is required
• Experience trouble shooting files during pre-flight process
• Experience in understanding the folding of cartons
• Strong organizational skills in file management
• Experience with multi-tasking, in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to independently manage one's own time and projects, to meet deadlines/ due dates.
• Skills that are nice pluses include
  • Printing and plate making
  • Working knowledge with CAD
  • Experience with Esko and Automation Engine

• Competitive pay
• Climate controlled facility
• 401(k) with company match
• Health, dental, and vision insurance starting day one
• HSA (Health Savings Account) and FSA (Flexible Savings…